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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

A Promise Kept.

A couple of years ago I tried, unsuccessfully, to become a bone marrow donor on the OneMatch Stem Cell and Bone Marrow Registry (formerly the Unrelated Bone Marrow Registry). I was rejected early in the process based on my weight, which was about 20 pounds above their acceptable range for a donor.

Not only was I disappointed, I was embarrassed.

I set a goal and made a promise to myself that one of the first things I would do as I lost weight was try again.

This time around I have not only passed the initial screening steps, I have also just completed the DNA testing stage bringing me one step closer to becoming a registered donor.

Today's Challenge

About Me

After more than 23 years raising a family, taking some time to try to get to know ME again.
Married to a man I love with every ounce of my being, and celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary this year.
Extremely proud mom of 5: Bg (23), George (20), Lou (18) Pudge (15) and Gingo (14). They challenge me every day and drive me crazy some (most!) days. They also inspire me. I admire and respect who they are becoming and love to celebrate their accomplishments and achievements.
Expecting my second grandchild in July.